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Team Solan Appoints New Trustees as Charity Looks to the Future
The Solan Connor Fawcett Family Cancer Trust, known to thousands as Team Solan, has recently appointed two new trustees: Ryan Hudson, founder of RGH Group, multi-business owner, investor and solutions coach, and Simon Davies, a senior finance professional who has played a key role in the growth of C...
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North Durham NHS Staff Swap Scrubs for Swimsuits in Fundraising Effort
A stroke specialist and a physiotherapist traded their hospital roles for open water this month as they took on a fundraising challenge to support patients and their families. Gemma Smith, a doctor at University Hospital of North Durham, and physiotherapist Lesley Charman took part in the Great Nort...
Why County Durham Has Caught the Attention of England’s Chief Medical Officer
County Durham is set to feature as a case study in an upcoming national report on health in small towns and rural communities, following a visit to the region by Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty. The government’s chief medical adviser, who also leads the public health profession in Eng...
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New College Durham Students Help Restore Historic Beamish Farm Trailer
Students at New College Durham (NCD) are playing a role in preserving the North East’s heritage after completing the restoration of a historic livestock trailer for Beamish, The Living Museum of the North. Students from the college’s Level 2 Site Carpentry programme have completed the extensive ...
Pupils Help Design New Outdoor Learning Garden at Pelton Primary School
As part of its ongoing STEM activities, Avove invited pupils to submit design ideas for the school’s garden area, with the winning concept used as inspiration for the project. Delivered during the half-term break, the works have transformed the garden into a safe and environ...
Full list of North East road closures and roadworks this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, June 15
County Durham’s Wartime History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at The Story
A thought-provoking new exhibition examining the lasting impact of conflict on County Durham’s communities has opened to the public. A Debt Beyond Words explores the stories of those connected to the Durham Light Infantry (DLI), while also reflecting on the broader human experience of war and its ...
The top 26 best days out across the North East to do in the summer holidays
From castles and museums to gardens and beaches to zoos and observatories, here are the most-loved attractions in the region to inspire your next day out
Amanda Hopgood Begins Term as Mayor of Durham for 2026/27
A long-serving councillor who has spent two decades in local politics has taken on a new civic role. Cllr Amanda Hopgood, who became the first woman to lead Durham County Council, now begins her term as Mayor of Durham for 2026/27. Cllr Hopgood has served as a parish councillor since 2017 and was ...
North East burglar broke into two homes in two days and left blood on door handle
Sean Scotter stole sentimental jewellery from one household, before targeting another home the next day and stealing medication and bank cards
Brassed On Returns to Durham with Unique Collaborations Between Rising Stars and Brass Bands
Emerging artists and acclaimed brass musicians will share the stage this summer as one of the North East’s most distinctive music festivals returns to Durham. Brassed On will take over Gala Durham on Saturday 18 July, bringing together an exciting mix of rising talent and live brass ensembles for ...
Durham Train Station incident: Woman, 86, dies in hospital after being hit by van
Police remain at the scene
Woman, 86, dies after being hit by a van outside North East train station
Violet Stannard died following a collision outside Durham train station
Durham Energy Council Launches Citizens’ Manifesto for a Fair Renewable Energy Future
A new citizens’ manifesto setting out a vision for a fair and community-focused energy future has been launched today (11 June) by the Durham Energy Council. Durham Energy Council consists of local volunteers aged 18 to 85 from former mining communities. Its goal is to ensure working-class voices ...
County Durham welcomes 22m visitors with tourism industry now worth £1.48b
Tourism chiefs welcomed the latest results which shows that the county's tourism industry has grown by 8%
Man denies making threats and committing violence against ex-partner in County Durham
A man is facing trial over his alleged harassment of an ex-partner, who he is accused of threatening and using violence against at the end of their relationship.
Durham Women FC in 'dreadful situation' as club could fold within 21 days without investment
The club has told its players and staff that it could fold should it not find a buyer or investment in the coming weeks
Teenagers launched 'vicious unprovoked attack' on boys with knuckledusters in Shildon
Two youths carried out a “vicious” attack injuring younger boys for no apparent reason, a court heard.
Two County Durham safety roles providing police and fire support to be scrapped
Two key roles providing police and fire support to a rural community will be scrapped later this month.
National retailer opens new business hub in Durham city centre
Currys Business has launched a new hub in Durham offering face-to-face advice, technology solutions and flexible payment options for small and medium-sized businesses.